Itinerary

DAY 1: GUATEMALA CITY AIRPORT - ANTIGUA - Arrive into Guatemala City International Airport where our driver will be there to greet you and transfer you directly to your lovely charm hotel in Antigua. Spend an evening enjoying this magical colonial town, considered by some to be the most beautiful in the world. Walk its romantic cobble stone streets and enjoy fine cuisine at one of the many fine gourmet restaurants in the area. Overnight in the selected hotel in Antigua.

DAY 2: ANTIGUA - Today is free to explore the magical colonial village of La Antigua. Today you can visit its monuments, museums, shop at the various Indian markets & stroll through the cobble stone streets. You may also opt for one of our special mountain biking, hiking, volcano, fishing, golf, horseback and cultural tours. Overnight in the selected hotel in Antigua. Breakfast included.

DAY 3: ANTIGUA - CHICHICASTENANGO - LAKE ATITLAN- Today, our private driver will pick you up at 8:00 am and take you on a panoramic two hour drive to visit the mystical city of Chichicastenango (Thursdays and Sundays only, otherwise directly to Lake Atitlán). Located at 2500 meters above sea level, this city is famous for its market where spats of traditionally dressed villagers in a kaleidoscope of colors, come to sell their very colorful textiles, fruits, vegetables and flowers. Also worth a visit is the peaceful yet colorful cemetery. After lunch, depart for magical Lake Atitlán with direct transfer to your hotel at Lake Atitlán. Spend the afternoon visiting the lake side village of Panajachel, enjoy a breathtaking sunset followed by a romantic dinner, or simply relax in your lake side hotel. Overnight in the selected hotel at Lake Atitlán. Breakfast included.

DAY 4: LAKE ATITLAN - VILLAGES BOAT TOUR - Today your “lanchero” (boat driver) will pick you up from your hotel at 9:00 am and take you by boat to three of the Indigenous villages along the shore of the lake. We recommend visiting Santiago de Atitlan, San Juan La Laguna, and/or San Antonio Palopó. Enjoy the spectacular scenery the lake has to offer and learn more about the villagers, whose traditional costumes still vary from one village to the other, as well as their history. You can book upon request an optional English speaking guide (US$90) who would share many insights on local customs and traditions. Overnight in the selected hotel at Lake Atitlán. Breakfast included.

DAY 5: LAKE ATITLAN - PETEN - Spend a free morning enjoying one of the most beautiful lakes in the world. In the early afternoon at 12:30 PM your private driver will pick you up and transfer you to the international airport of Guatemala City from where you will take your flight to Flores. On the way we recommend a quick stop for lunch or coffee at the lovely café Katok where you can enjoy typical food. Your arrival the Mundo Maya International Airport in Flores will be around 7:30 pm where a transportation service will meet you and will take you to your hotel. Overnight in the selected hotel in Petén. Breakfast included.

DAY 6: PETEN (TIKAL TOUR) – After a hearty breakfast, your private guide and transport will pick you up at hotel lobby to take you to explore Tikal, one of the largest and most magnificent Mayan archeological cities in existence, which in its heyday (c. 700 AD) was the capital of a vast Mayan empire. Your expert guide will share many insights on this Mayan city and provide a feel for the mysteries of this ancient culture. Have lunch in the midst of Mayan ruins and breathtaking flora and fauna; return in the late afternoon and spend the evening relaxing lake side, or opt for a visit & possibly dinner in the lovely town of Flores, the capital of the Petén region. Overnight in the selected hotel in Petén. Breakfast and lunch included.

DAY 7: PETEN - GUATEMALA CITY - Free day to enjoy the many attractions the Petén Region has to offer. You could opt for any of the other sites and attractions of the region based on your specific interest and the expert recommendation of latinvacation.offers. Around 6:00 pm your transfer will pick you up on private air conditioned vehicle to the airport in Flores for your 7:55 pm flight back to Guatemala City. After arriving in Guatemala City your private transfer will be waiting for you to bring you to your hotel. Overnight in the selected hotel of Guatemala City. Breakfast included.

DAY 8: GUATEMALA CITY - AIRPORT - Today a hotel shuttle transportation service will take you to Guatemala City International Airport for your return flight to USA. Breakfast is included.

Pricing

Roundtrip airfare between Guatenmala City and Petén (Tikal) not included in land only prices. Only included when priced along with the international airfare.

All hotel reservations are subject to availability. If room is not available for the desired dates we will confirm a new hotel in the same category and location within 24 hours after your inquiry is received.

Children rates:

0-2 years – free of charge

3-11 years 50% off sharing the room with their parents. Max. 2 children per room.

SPECIAL SEASON FEE of 10% on the total price applies to all reservations for passengers arriving to Perú on any of the following dates:

Christmas Season: December 18 thru 31

Easter Season: April 6 thru 13

National August Holidays: August 1 thru 20

Prices in triple occupancy (TPL) are based on lodging in units with 2 double beds (full or queen size) or one twin bed and one double bed. Rooms with three beds might not be available in some hotels or lodges.

NOT INCLUDED:

International and domestic airfares

Airport departure fees or entry taxes. Passengers must pay $30 per person in cash on location.

Hotels

Antigua

Tourist category

Convento Santa Catalina Hotel This charming hotel is located in the heart of Antigua Guatemala, on the city's most prestigious streets directly under the Arch of Santa Catalina. It used to be the second monastery founded by the Augustinian Order in 1613, in honor of St. Catherine of Alexandria, Virgin and Martyr. Its monumental walls keep the atmosphere of colonial times and rooms surround a beautiful main garden with a fountain carved in stone. El Arco Restaurant founded was named after the main icon of the city. It is located in the main hallway of the hotel and offers a delicious and varied local and international cuisine, which guarantees a memorable dining experience and excellent service.

Superior category

Mesón de María HotelConstructed in harmony with the colonial style and beauty of Antigua this hotel is a restored mansion of the XXII century. The hotel is located just a few steps from the Calle del Arco and only 400 yards from the Main Plaza. There is a roof top terrace on the third floor that offers the best view of the volcanoes that surround the valley (Agua, Fuego and Acatenango). Rooms feature beautiful queen-size beds with elegant wooden furniture and walls are painted with warm-earthy tones that create a suitable and sophisticated atmosphere. Its bathroom has hand painted tiles inspired in Guatemalan artwork.

Atitlán Lake

Tourist category

Villa Santa Catarina HotelThis charming hotel is set in pretty gardens on the edge of beautiful Lake Atitlan within only five minute drive from Panajachel. It offers elegant rooms with furnished balconies and an outdoor pool. Villa Santa Catarina’s peaceful rooms feature views of the pool, gardens and Lake Atitlan with its nearby volcanoes. All come with cable TV and a private bathroom. Las Payas Restaurant serves a varied menu of international and regional cuisine. There is also a full bar service, and the hotel has a pool table and board games.

Superior category

Atitlán Hotel This elegant hotel is ideally located right beside the shores of Lake Atitlan and features a selection of quality facilities and services to make your stay both comfortable and relaxing. The restaurant offers regional and international cuisine of delectable tastes and flavors. Most of the fruits and vegetables are organically grown in farms adjacent to the hotel grounds. Savor your meal while enjoying a breathtaking view of Lake Atitlan and the surrounding volcanoes. A safe deposit box is also provided, where guests are free to store their valuables. The beautifully decorated rooms at the include a hair dryer, a private bathroom and cable TV and telephone.

Petén (Tikal)

Tourist category

Casona del Lago Hotel Located on the edge of Lake Peten Itza, facing Flores Island, Hotel Casona del Lago offers an outdoor pool and hot tub. It also features free Wi-Fi and free parking. All air-conditioned rooms offer views of the lake, pool or gardens. They also feature a safe and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. The hotel has an air-conditioned bar and restaurant. Room service is also available. Luggage storage is offered and a laundry service is available. You can hire a car at the tour desk. Mundo Maya International Airport is a 5-minute drive away and you can drive to Tikal National Park in 45 minutes.

Superior category

Petén Esplendido HotelOnly a three-minute drive from Mundo Maya International Airport, Peten Esplendido Hotel sits on the shores of Lake Peten Itza. It has an outdoor pool, and the air-conditioned rooms have cable TV and fans. Peten Esplendido Hotel and Conference Center offers wonderful views of the old island town of Flores. There is a free shuttle to the airport and free on-site parking. The restaurant offers international cuisine. It is split into two parts, one indoors with air conditioning, the other by the lakeside. There is also a poolside bar.

Guatemala City

Tourist category

Biltmore Hotel Biltmore Hotel in conveniently located only 8 minutes away from La Aurora International Airport in the "Zona Viva", which is the center of the business and commercial part of the city, and very close to museums, restaurants, bars and shopping malls. Each room at Hotel Biltmore has bright, classic-style décor. All rooms have a private bathroom, a work desk and a safe. You can enjoy a daily continental breakfast in the lounge area of the lobby. You can also order from the room service menu, or visit the handy on-site convenience store.

Superior category

Westin Camino Real Guatemala HotelJust minutes from local shopping and entertainment, The Westin Camino Real Guatemala is a stylish hotel and convention complex. Guests will enjoy its location, convenient to business and local culture. Offering a variety of services to make your stay more relaxing, guests will this hotel feeling refreshed and reinvigorated. Spend the day by in the outdoor heated pool, enjoy a game of tennis or squash, or renew your body and mind in its state-of-the-art fitness center. All rooms boast a classical European look and magnificent views. Each luxurious room features remote-control satellite television, dual-line telephones, hair dryers, personal safes and refreshment centers.

Sample prices are per person, based in double occupancy, in US dollars and are not guaranteed until fully paid. Prices with airfare portion include all applicable taxes, charges and government imposed fees. (U.S. departure taxes, federal excise tax of $3.30 per U.S. domestic flight segment, defined as one takeoff and landing, of a passenger's itinerary; up to $18 per round trip in local airport charges and September 11th Security Fee of $2.50 per enplanement originating at a U.S. airport). Additional charges such as insurance, cancellation penalties, change penalties, last minute booking fee, weekend surcharge, delivery charges, holiday blackout dates and other restrictions are NOT included. The airfare portion of the itinerary price is based on economy class and midweek departure. Air taxes and surcharges vary by airports used and destination. Air fuel surcharge is included in pricing but is subject to increase without notice. Fares and fees are subject to change without prior notice and are not guaranteed until final payment is completed. We do not control prices (airlines and hotel reservation systems do). Prices may change dynamically and at times significantly numerous times during any given day. Therefore, we highly recommend booking in advance to get the best price possible. Likewise, we recommend travel insurance for international trips and verification of tourist visa requirements for your destination. Foreign departure taxes are not included in our tour prices and must be paid prior to departure to the appropriate foreign airport authority.